Experienced Manager, Content Distribution Engineering – Leading the Future of Media and Entertainment Technology

About Disney Entertainment & ESPN Technology

At Disney Entertainment & ESPN Technology, we're reimagining the future of media and entertainment technology. Our team is passionate about creating magical viewing experiences for the world's most beloved stories while transforming Disney's media business for the future. Whether that's evolving our streaming and digital products in new and immersive ways, powering worldwide advertising and distribution to maximize flexibility and efficiency, or delivering Disney's unmatched entertainment and sports content, every day is a moment to make a difference to partners and to hundreds of millions of people around the world.

Job Summary

We're seeking an experienced Manager, Content Distribution Engineering to join our Media Engineering team. As a key member of our team, you will specialize in caching technology, distributed networking, and operational experience in CDN edge services. You will be responsible for managing a team of engineers, executing within established process frameworks, monitoring health and performance of video distribution, investigating and resolving complex issues, and working with Development and Operations teams to provide analysis, tuning, and improvements.

About the Role

This is an exciting opportunity to join a fast-paced environment, expose yourself to new technologies, and be engaged in exciting Disney initiatives with high visibility. As a Manager, Content Distribution Engineering, you will be responsible for:

• Managing a team of engineers charged with the support and engineering of Video Distribution.
• Executing within established process frameworks for Incident, Problem, and Change Management based on ITIL standards.
• Monitoring health and performance of video distribution.
• Investigating, documenting, and resolving complex issues.
• Working with Development and Operations teams to provide analysis, tuning, and improvements.

Key Responsibilities

As a Manager, Content Distribution Engineering, your key responsibilities will include:

• Working with individual engineers to map out career growth and goals.
• Guiding an engineering team in its ownership of systems and processes.
• Creating an environment of trust for people to be themselves and able to excel.
• Providing input for stakeholders and decision makers in architecture, roadmap, and product.
• Communicating architecture, roadmap, and product objectives to engineers and gathering feedback for stakeholders.
• Championing cross-team projects.
• Coaching and mentoring other specialists on the team to ensure that all software utilizes Disney and industry best practices.
• Collaborating efficiently with product management, technical program management, operations, and other engineering teams to capture requirements, drive implementation, and provide transparency.

Requirements

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• A Bachelor's degree, and/or equivalent work experience.
• 8+ years' experience in engineering.
• Experience in content distribution networks.
• An ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Strong discipline to delegate work and focus on solving management problems.
• Comfortable driving complex and high-profile projects without overextending personal health or well-being of your team.
• Strong communication skills and a desire to share your knowledge with team members and others at Disney.

Preferred Qualifications

We're looking for candidates with:

• Prior experience as a manager or technical lead of engineers.
• Experience with consumer-facing services and high-scale systems.
• Experience deploying and scaling within a cloud infrastructure.
• Experience directly managing and mentoring a team.
• Experience working with remote global teams and a flexible schedule to meet in different time zones.

Compensation and Benefits

The hiring range for this position is $138,900.00 to $186,200.00 per year, depending on the location. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.

Career Growth and Learning Benefits

At Disney Entertainment & ESPN Technology, we're committed to helping our employees grow and develop their careers. As a Manager, Content Distribution Engineering, you will have access to:

• Regular training and development opportunities.
• Mentorship and coaching from experienced professionals.
• Opportunities to work on high-profile projects and contribute to the success of the company.
• A collaborative and dynamic work environment.

Work Environment and Company Culture

Our team is passionate about creating a positive and inclusive work environment. As a Manager, Content Distribution Engineering, you will be part of a dynamic and collaborative team that is committed to excellence and innovation. We offer:

• A flexible and remote work arrangement.
• A comprehensive benefits package, including medical, financial, and other benefits.
• A competitive salary and bonus structure.
• Opportunities for career growth and development.

How to Apply

If you're passionate about media and entertainment technology and are looking for a challenging and rewarding role, we encourage you to apply. Please submit your resume and a cover letter explaining why you're the ideal candidate for this role. We can't wait to hear from you!

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